Komatsu — 2.4.3 CHECKS FOR TRAVELLING IN REVERSE

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN WHEN WORKING 2.4.3 CHECKS FOR TRAVELLING IN RE- VERSE When operating in areas that may be hazardous or where visibi- lity is poor, designate a person to direct the movements of the machine and the traffic on the work site. Make sure that no unauthorized person is standing within the machine operating radius or in its travel direction. If necessary, put up appropriate fences. Before moving the machine, sound the horn in order to warn the persons near the work area. RWA21900 RWA31920 There are blind spots behind the machine, which cannot be se- en by the operator and where someone may be standing:

there- fore, it is necessary to make sure that there is no one behind the machine before travelling in reverse. 36 2 - Engage the safety lock (3) of the optional equipment control pedal (if installed). 3 - Lock the equipment control by shifting the safety device le- ver (4) to the lock position. • When travelling on roads, keep to the traffic rules and operate the flashing light.       IMPORTANT IMPORTANT • If the machine is provided with optional equipment, apply all the locks required according to the homologation and the traffic safety rules (see "3.1 SAFETY LOCKS").